95 Jeep Grand Cherokee Larado

[umafighter]

Only when I hit a big bump my Steering wheel vibrates crazy like, almost to the point I can't control it. It doesn't pull to neither side nor does it vibrate or make sounds when I hit the brakes. I have to wait to take it to the mechanic until my funds are a little better. Im a little mechanically inclined and can do a some stuff by myself. I've been told it could be a worprd rotor, Stabilizer bar, or steering gear box going out. The steering wheel has normal play in it. Can somebody please help with some suggestions if you know anything like this.

[Bob D.]

In Jeep circles this is known as "Death Wobble." I've experienced it myself and it does get your attention. No one I know has pinned down the exact cause, but I believe it's a combination of things--is your jeep lifted?
Are the suspension parts worn? Does one caliper seize on occasion?
Sorry, there is no simple answer. The front suspension needs to be checked over by a competent mechanic.

Here are some possible causes-

Track Bar worn or loose
Bad Hubs
Tie Rod ends worn or loose (either drag link or Tie Rod)
Alignment issues
Tire Balance Problems or out of round tires.
Control Arm Bushings.
Steering stabilizer bad.
Worn Steering Box

[einstein3756]

Originally Posted by umafighter

Only when I hit a big bump my Steering wheel vibrates crazy like, almost to the point I can't control it. It doesn't pull to neither side nor does it vibrate or make sounds when I hit the brakes. I have to wait to take it to the mechanic until my funds are a little better. Im a little mechanically inclined and can do a some stuff by myself. I've been told it could be a worprd rotor, Stabilizer bar, or steering gear box going out. The steering wheel has normal play in it. Can somebody please help with some suggestions if you know anything like this.

Yes I know the problem well. I took mine to a mechanic to have an estimate done and found that, yes the tie rod ends etc. need to be replaced and it will cost me about $300.00. The mechanic told me that most of the time with jeep there is usually a problem with one or both front tires, like maybe internal separation, that is most often the trouble. He told me to change the tires from front to back and it should take care of the problem and give me me enough time to come up with the money, as I am strapped as well. I did and low and behold the problem went away although it is obvious there is still a problem that needs attention. Give it a try! It made me happy.